Senior Accounting Manager- SEC Reporting (Hybrid)

About Us

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness.

Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2024 and certification as a Great Place to Work in 2024 for the fifth consecutive year.

Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

Overview

Manages external financial reporting function, including all reporting to the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). In addition, this position participates in accounting research, manages general accounting functions, oversees general ledger accounts and ensures accuracy of financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the company's policies and procedures and internal controls. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the planning, preparation, review, and overall coordination of quarterly and annual SEC filings (Forms 10-Q and 10-K).
• Responsible for ensuring quarterly and annual SEC filings are compliant with eXtensible Business reporting Language ("XBRL") requirements.
• Assist in other related SEC reporting responsibilities (for example, comment letter responses).
• Responsible for the coordination of monthly board reporting as well as quarterly responsibilities supporting the company's press release and conference call.
• Performs a key role in the company's accounting research effort, including implementing new pronouncements and determining appropriate treatment for new or unusual transactions.
• Supervises and delegates work for accounting staff and implements budgetary controls.
• Manages daily accounting and reporting activities including general accounting, property accounting, expense accounting, cost accounting and account reconciliation. Ensures financial accountability while minimizing financial risk.
• Implements accounting policies and procedures while streamlining accounting operations and improving workflow efficiencies.
• Assists as needed on SOX 404 documentation and controls.
• Prepares financial analyses, financial reports and statistics. Ensures company compliance with GAAP and government regulations.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Requirements

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting required

Total Rewards

Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and paid time off plans. Additional details about our total rewards package will be provided during the recruiting process.

The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.

Pay Range

USD $131,000.00 - USD $188,000.00 / Yr.

Additional Information

Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual's unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences - and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions.

Salary : $131,000 - $188,000